HR Change Lead

Dorset Council is mid\-transformation. Our Future Council is the programme reshaping how we work \- and phase two is where things get more complex. We’re recruiting an experienced HR Change Lead to help make sure change is handled well, with people at the heart of our approach. You’ll work closely with colleagues across the organisation to deliver high quality, people‑centred change. The role offers the chance to contribute to complex, organisation‑wide programmes, leading on the people change management issues. This role is at the heart of organisational change, ideal for someone with strong change management experience and a people‑focused approach who can make an immediate impact. **What You’ll Be Doing** As HR Change Lead, you will play a central role \- leading people‑focused change that helps the organisation move forward with confidence. You’ll lead and deliver wider people change activity including restructures, partnering with senior leaders and HR Business Partners to provide trusted strategic and operational advice. Working collaboratively with OD and Change colleagues is key to delivering joined‑up, effective solutions which flex and tailor to a range of Change settings. You’ll support and guide managers through change, ensuring strong governance throughout and play a key part in developing our positive and constructive relationships with recognised Trade Unions **What We’re Looking For** We need someone who brings clarity, calm, and confidence to complex change. You’ll have a CIPD qualification or equivalent experience, up\-to\-date knowledge of employment law and change management best practice as well as experience leading on complex employee relations and organisational change. Your strong judgement and the ability to influence and build trust at all levels will be evident through your professional experience and you must have a collaborative, adaptable mindset and the ability to work at pace. **What’s In It For You** This role allows for variety and visibility across the whole council. You'll be leading change affecting different services, building experience that's hard to replicate elsewhere. You'll be working with experienced colleagues, with access to development and learning opportunities throughout. And because this is a live transformation programme with real decisions being made, the work you do will have a direct impact \- not just on processes, but on the people going through them. We work in a hybrid way, coming into the office when the work needs it. Further Information This is a fixed term role for 12 months from the start date, it is full time at 37 hours. For an informal conversation or if you have any questions, please contact Alison Wright who will be available to discuss at \[email protected]. **About Us** At Dorset Council, it's not just about the work we do, it's about how we do it. Hear directly from our employees about what makes Dorset Council special in this short video: Unable to show this video due to your cookie preferences At Dorset Council, we are working together to create a fairer, more prosperous, and more sustainable Dorset for everyone, now and in the future. **We** * provide essential services that support over 300,000 residents * work in partnership to make a real difference * value every role and the impact it has on our communities * support our employees to grow, develop, and thrive **You Will** * be part of a team that works together for a better Dorset * have access to a range of benefits and support * receive training and development opportunities to help your career progress We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation where different skills, perspectives, and backgrounds strengthen both our council and the communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone and are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. If you declare a disability and meet the essential criteria for the role, we will offer you an interview. We also want our recruitment process to be accessible, if you need any reasonable adjustments, just let us know on your application. This role is UK\-based, and we will need to confirm your Right to Work as part of the appointment process. We use generic job descriptions and person specifications, so the job title in any attachments may differ from the advert. If needed, we will provide additional details in a context statement. If you’re passionate about making a difference, we’d love you to join us.